The Out of the Cave Podcast

Lisa is joined by Susan, an OOTC group coaching alum from Rochester, Minnesota, who shares her challenges related to body image, trauma, and personal growth. It highlights her resilience and transformation through radical acceptance and self-compassion, showcasing her ability to adapt and find healing amidst adversity. Topics Include: Family dynamics Grief and Loss Personal Gr

In this episode, Lisa is joined by Wendy, OOTC group coaching program alum, a middle-aged cat lady, scientist, and member of a comedy band in Philadelphia, PA. They discuss the transformative journey of healing one’s relationship with food and body image, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion, community support, and mindful eating. Topics Include: Societal messages on b

In this episode, Lisa is joined by Kimberly, OOTC group coaching program alum, a dancer, psychotherapist, singer-songwriter, and entertainment lawyer as she shares her deeply personal journey through life and her recovery from an eating disorder. Topics Include: Overcoming abuse Perfectionism Loss of a Child JournalSpeak and Recovery [1:15] Lisa and Kimberley jump right in wi

In this episode, Lisa welcomes back Nicole Sachs to discuss her new book, Mind Your Body: A Revolutionary Program to Release Chronic Pain and Anxiety, which examines healing chronic conditions through understanding the mind-body connection and addressing repressed emotions, offering a transformative approach to personal well-being. Topics Include: Chronic Pain Repressed Emotion

Lisa sits down with Hope Pedraza, who is a certified holistic nutritionist and functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner. Hope uses functional labs to address chronic symptoms and combines functional medicine with energy medicine to get to the root cause of health issues. Topics Include: Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Repressed Emotions and Health Issues Energy Work and Re

Lisa is joined by group coaching alum, Alex. This episode discusses the complex journey of addiction and recovery, emphasizing the importance of continuous self-awareness, community support, and emotional growth. It underscores that personal growth is an ongoing process without a final destination, requiring constant practice and self-compassion. Topics Include: Feelings of worth

Lisa sits down with primary care physician, Dr. Susan Caldwell. This episode discusses the importance of empathy, self-awareness, and a holistic approach in medical practice, particularly in treating weight and women’s health issues. Lisa and Susan discuss the need for understanding patients as whole individuals, addressing the root causes of health problems, and fostering suppor

Lisa is joined by group coaching alum, Andrea. This episode highlights Andrea's journey from childhood to becoming a teacher to struggling with eating disorders and ADHD. Through self-compassion, support programs, and continuous learning, she managed to improve her emotional well-being and eating behaviors. Topics Include: Growing up in the 80-90’s with Processed Food Tum

Lisa sits down with group coaching alum, Kristin. They discuss Kristin’s decision to share her story and her journey out of the cave. They discuss her early relationship with food, how the OOTC group has helped her family, and made her a better person for everyone in her life. Topics Include: Food as Comfort Self-Sacrifice/Trying to Help Everyone Else Choosing to Love Yoursel

Lisa sits down again with group coaching alum, Bridget. They discuss Bridget’s journey with disordered eating, obsessive compulsive disorder, how she found community and understanding her OOTC group, and how she feels confident in how she will raise her own family around food. Topics Include: Chaos around Meals Disordered Eating Habits OOTC Group Coaching Community Creating